Fukuda FRE-203XT Laser Kit - Outlet

Overview

The Fukuda FRE-203XT 3rd Gen replaces the extremely reliable outgoing Fukuda FRE-203XT 2nd Gen True Grade laser, to which it shares many of its internal components. It builds upon this foundation to incorporate many new features and improvements which it shares with the other FRE-203X series lasers including high power Li-Ion batteries and USB-C charging.

The FRE-203XT is a TRUE GRADE laser where the User can easily input the exact % of slope required, digitally. The instrument will then simply set the laser beam to that slope. This can be in one axis only (single grade) or in two axis X & Y together for dual grading. A radio linked Remote Control with a 100m range makes this quick & easy.

The laser also has plumb up & plumb down, red laser dot beams. By mounting the instrument on its side, called "lay-down" this gives a squaring facility. ie. 90-degree site setting out - a very useful feature.

Constructed with a waterproof housing, an automatic drift system and the facility of radio controlled Dual grade - has made this the Grade laser of choice for Groundworks Contractors. This is another model in the Fukuda range which is extremely robust, having a drop-test specification of 1 metre onto concrete. The top glass "lighthouse" is protected by a metal die cast cover, whilst a robust roll cage adds increased durability.

The FRE-203XT is also suitable for indoor use, where the rotating speed can be reduced to improve visibility of the laser beam by eye; together with a concentrated beam, SCAN facility.

Advanced features in the 3rd Gen version include the facility to auto-align both horizontally for Grade Matching and vertically for Plane lock. The laser, remote control & detector are all radio linked together. To Grade auto-align; when the detector is moved from one position to another; the User can control the laser beam (via the Detector) to scan up & down to lock onto the new detector position. This can all be done single-handed by the User at the measuring staff.

Similarly, with the laser rotating in the vertical axis, the beam can be made to scan from left to right, again to find & lock on to a new detector position. This is Plane auto-alignment. Both very useful features.

Slope/Grading Overview

General builders, groundworkers, roofers and others often need to calculate slope or at least they must have some understanding of it.

Slope, grade, tilt or inclination can be expressed in three ways:

1) As a ratio of the rise height to the run length (for example 1 in 20) or equally in terms of the fall height to the run length.

2) As a percentage called the "grade" which is the (rise ÷ run) x 100; eg. 1m rise÷ 20m run x 100 = 5% (instead of rise can read fall).

3) As an angle (almost always in degrees)

Of these 3 ways, Slope is normally expressed as a ratio or a percentage grade much more often than an actual angle and here's the reason why.....

Stating a ratio such as 1 in 20 immediately tells you, that for every 20 horizontal units measured, your height changes by 1 unit.

Stating this as a percentage, whatever horizontal distance you measure, your height changes by 5% of that distance. Stating this as an angle of 2.8624 degrees doesn't give you much of an idea of how the rise compares to the run!

Features

The FRE-203XT (auto) self-levels horizontally & vertically, is accurate to +/-2.8mm over 30m & has a 500 metre diameter range using the supplied laser detector.

For site Groundworks use, this is a TRUE GRADE laser. Simply input the slope % directly within the range +10% to -10% of fall. This enables the User to accurately and easily set slopes (grades) in both X and Y axis, as required, with high precision and stability.

The kit includes a Radio Remote Control - to enable you to adjust the rotating speed (for indoor work) and outdoors - to set Grades (slopes), as described above. A very useful feature, which allows control from distance without the laser level being disturbed. Note: Outdoors: set the rotating speed to maximum (600rpm) to give the best operating distance with the supplied detector.

Specification

Accuracy ±2.8mm @ 30 metres (+/-20 arc seconds)

Slope (Grade) range: +/-10.0% (1 in 10)

Automatic self-levelling range: 5 degrees (instrument will auto level on a surface up to to 5 degrees out of true level)

Laser Output: 635nm class II visible red laser diode

Laser classification: class 2

Working range: Up to 500m diameter with the supplied detector

Levelling type: Electronic Self-levelling via stepper motors

Rotational speed: selectable from 60, 120, 300 to maximum 600rpm

Scanning angles: 10, 45, 90 & 180 degrees

Radio Remote control: range approx. 100 metres

Operating temp: -20 to +50 deg C.

Environment: Water and dust-proof to IP66

Power: 8000mAh Lithium Battery Pack with USB Type-C Charger.

Running time: approx. 60 hours continuous per battery. 2 batteries included (120 hours runtime total)

Tripod Mounting thread: 5/8" - 11

Robust & foam lined, carry case: 460 x 360 x 260(H) mm

Dimensions: 210L x 210W x 210H (mm)

Instrument Weight: 3kg with batteries

Outet: 2 Year Automatic Warranty

Included in the kit

Fukuda RLR200AA Laser Detector (receiver) to extend the range of the FRE-203XT to 500 metres diameter.

Fukuda Lasers have developed a "top of the range" detector for the Professional Tradesperson which is easy-to-use and accurate. It is also ideal for use with any brand of rotating, red beam laser level.

The RLR200AA Detector has a large pickup window and the mm / inch scale to see the elevation or drop on the display

e.g 10mm - 8mm - 5mm - 2mm - LEVEL.

The RLR200AA is a highly versatile, well-featured laser detector for both basic and advanced levelling & aligning applications; designed for general landscaping, concrete slabs/footings and site preparation Contractors.

It features a digital readout of elevation that provides a numeric display of +30mm to -60mm (total 90mm range) & with a 1mm resolution. Accurate measurements can be made without moving the staff clamp, saving time and increasing productivity. The readout is displayed on large front and rear LCD's, showing exactly how far the elevation is from on-grade. A back-light assists readings in low ambient lighting.

Selectable units of measurement can be displayed to meet your specific application: in mm or inches. A 100mm long red pick-up window, allows quick acquisition of the laser beam. Readings are shown in three ways: via back and front displays, coloured LED indication and by audible sound, selectable loud/normal/quiet/off.

This detector is designed to survive tough construction site conditions, being water and dustproof to IP65. It can be used as either a hand-held or staff mounted detector for a wide range of general construction applications.

Features:

Digital readout elevation range of 90mm, so not only will high or low arrows be displayed, but the exact distance from grade will also be numerically displayed. This eliminates the need to get exactly "on-grade" to make measurements, thus speeding up setting-out. Large 100mm reception height acquires the beam quickly and makes it easy to stay in the beam. Two LCD screens both front & back.

Simultaneous elevation LED's signal in low light levels and over a longer range for easier reading in poor lighting conditions.

Multiple deadband sensitivity settings, three in all, allows adaptation to meet all your jobsite requirements.

Radio linking facility for auto-alignment.

Dust and weatherproof housing to IP65.

Very powerful, top & side mounted magnets

Continuous usage, 30 hours battery life with auto switch off facility.

Specification:

Detecting Sensitivity: fine, medium & course settings +/- 1mm, +/-5mm & +/- 10mm

Display: Front & back LCD, back-lit (blue tint)

Audible pitch warning. (selectable On, loud/normal & Off)

Power supply: 4 x type AAA alkaline batteries

Operating time: Approx 30 hours continuous, at 20 deg C.

Low battery warning via LCD.

Power Conservation: 15 minutes auto cut-off.

Working temperature: -20 to +50 deg C.

Dimensions: 75 x 38 x 165mm

Weight: 470g (with battery & bracket)

RLR200AA Detector includes:

RLR200AA instrument

4 x type AAA alkaline batteries

FMB-02 Staff Mounting clamp bracket

Instruction & safety manual

Example usage

This TRUE GRADE rotary laser level is primarily designed to be used by Outdoor Groundworks Contractors for:

General groundworks, site 90 deg squaring, footings, foundations, slab laying, grading, land & building drainage and landscaping projects etc.

The FRE-203XT is also suitable for indoor use, where the rotating speed can be reduced to improve visibility of the laser beam by eye; together with a concentrated beam, SCAN facility.

Technical specification

Accuracy:

+/- 2.8mm @ 30 metres, max. operating diameter 500m (250m either side of the instrument).

An accuracy of +/- 2.8mm @ 30 metres is equivalent to 0.09 mm/m and to put that into perspective, the best premium German spirit level has an accuracy of +/- 0.5 mm/m or +/- 15mm @ 30 metres.

Dual Grade facility:

Dual axis X and Y axis up to +/-10% (1 in 10)

Both X & Y axis can be set to give a maximum fall of up to 1m at 10m distance away. (ie. 1 in 10 & +/-10% grade)

Product Evolution

The Fukuda FRE-203XT Kit has evolved steadily since its launch in 2019 with many refinements and improvements over the years. In July 2025, the Fukuda FRE-203XT 3rd Generation was launched with a refreshed and face-lifted body style. Its dark grey top cover denotes it incorporates a radio-linked, auto-alignment facility. This 3rd Generation model also now features an 8,000mAh Lithium Battery Pack, which can be conveniently charged using a USB-C cable from a USB power source or AC outlet.

Warranty

Fukuda 2 Year Outlet Warranty

This Outlet Fukuda FRE-203XT Laser Level is covered by a 2-Year Warranty which covers all defects due to material and workmanship. Fukuda Laser products with this warranty that have failed will be repaired FREE OF CHARGE for two years from the date of purchase.

Also included in the kit

The Fukuda FRE-203XT Kit also includes the following accessories:

4m Telescopic Levelling Staff (Model: TLS4S)

4m, 5-section, Telescopic Levelling Staff.

Five robust aluminium sections with abrasion proof scale.

Closed length height 970mm, extending to maximum height of 4m.

Automatic locking buttons when extended.

Millimetre scale on back and E-graduations (1cm) markings on front

Rear mm scale (for use with laser levels) has ZERO mm marking at ground level.

Red / Black coded front sections.

Accepts all Laser detector mounting brackets.

Removable, rear-mounted circular Bubble Level.

Carry sleeve.

Height: 0.97m closed length to extended max 4m.

Weight 1.15kg.

Surveying Tripod (Model: S-LAT)

Maximum 1.5m height.

Robust aluminium tripod.

Extending legs with quick-release, toggle clamp adjustment.

Flat top, mounting head.

Head size 130mm

5/8 inch x 11 thread.

Closed length 0.925m

Max. Opened height 1.5m approx.

Weight: 3.4kg

Carry strap

Do you need ShockWatch® adding to your Laser?

The optional ShockWatch impact indicator clip is a tamperproof, mechanically activated device that turns bright red to indicate mishandling or after the Laser has received an excessive impact. Designed to mount directly onto the Laser Level, the clip is compact and economical and provides 360° impact detection alerting the user to check the Lasers Calibration before use. If this option is selected, our Technicians will fit your Laser with a Shockwatch prior to dispatch, giving you and your users extra piece of mind on the job site.

For further details of ShockWatch®, please Click Here.

Kit comprises of

3rd Generation Fukuda FRE-203XT True Grade Laser Level (checked and pre-calibrated)

Fukuda RLR200AA Laser Detector with Digital Readout (mm / inch), Grade Matching and Vertical Plane lock

Fukuda Radio Remote Control

2 x 8000mAh Lithium Battery Packs

USB-C Charging Cable & UK USB Mains Battery Charger

Red Laser Enhancement Glasses

Red Magnetic Target Plate

Surveying Tripod

4m Measuring Staff, type TLS4S

Foam Lined Carry Case

Quick Start Guide

Outet: 2 Year Automatic Warranty